Best Book for Crochet Edgings & Converting Knit to Crochet

[Gemlady]

Hi Everyone,

 

I've seen a few books that focus on a variety of crocheted edgings to add nice finishing touches to projects. I can't remember specific publication names right now, but was wondering if there is one out there that you would recommend above another.

 

Also, I think I saw a book once that explained how one could take a knit pattern and convert it to a crochet pattern. Does this ring a bell to anyone and, if so, would you please pass the name of the book(s) along to me? I've always been curious about how to do this but recently saw a Berrocco fall sweater that I love but I don't want to knit it. I know how to knit but I don't get anything near the same satisfaction as when I'm crocheting. I think I'd actually resent it if I just had to knit something at this point - LOL!

 

Thanks in advance for your help (I'm still pretty new here, but have I mentioned that I just LOVE Crochetville!!)!!

[monkeybabies]

I can't recommend anything because I have yet to buy one....but this one is on my wish list. It looks great.

http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/0312359829/ref=s9_asin_title_1-1966_g1/103-6038826-9243018?%5Fencoding=UTF8&coliid=IGYJ600JYAHQA&colid=268016ETGXI3Q&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-6&pf_rd_r=0YQAKPZ3STPWMXHPSY4Z&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=279439101&pf_rd_i=507846[url=http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/0312359829/ref=s9_asin_title_1-1966_g1/103-6038826-9243018?%5Fencoding=UTF8&coliid=IGYJ600JYAHQA&colid=268016ETGXI3Q&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-6&pf_rd_r=0YQAKPZ3STPWMXHPSY4Z&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=279439101&pf_rd_i=507846][/url]

[Empress Busy Bee]

Also, I think I saw a book once that explained how one could take a knit pattern and convert it to a crochet pattern. Does this ring a bell to anyone and, if so, would you please pass the name of the book(s) along to me?

From Needles to Hook: Complete Guide to Converting Knit Patterns to Crochet (Hardcover)

by Donna Scott

From Knit to Crochet: How to Get the Look and Feel of Knitting with Crochet! by Bobbie Matela

Both have bad reviews though.

 

As for edging, there are several books. I haven't tried any of them yet but these look nice.

 

http://www.maggiescrochet.com/pages/Leaflets/ASN_Annies/AA_876566_crochet_on_edge_main.htm

 

http://www.maggiescrochet.com/pages/Leaflets/Leisure_Arts/LA_4382_50_borders_main.htm

[sfgwife]

there are several pretty edgings in the crochet stitch bible. Also I have crochet on the adge and it has some lovely ones as well

[Gemlady]

I can't recommend anything because I have yet to buy one....but this one is on my wish list. It looks great.

http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/0312359829/ref=s9_asin_title_1-1966_g1/103-6038826-9243018?%5Fencoding=UTF8&coliid=IGYJ600JYAHQA&colid=268016ETGXI3Q&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-6&pf_rd_r=0YQAKPZ3STPWMXHPSY4Z&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=279439101&pf_rd_i=507846

Wow, this book DOES look great! Thank you very much!

[Gemlady]

Wonderful. Maybe my library will have the "convert to crochet" books so that I can take a look at them before purchasing. I love the edging books you recommended, esp. the afghan edgings. I'm thinking I could probably make those edgings work for wearables, etc. too. Thank you so VERY much!!

[Gemlady]

Yes, I remember now seeing Crochet on the Edge once. It looks like a heavenly option. Many thanks for your help!!